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Tue, 31 Mar 2015 14:37:08 PDTBLOX v1.01Pinewood Derby Racehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Pinewood-Derby-Race/
Pinewood Derby Race - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 28 Mar 2015 11:47:26 PDTBanner Badge Displayhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Banner-Badge-Display/
Banner Badge Display - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FG3/IOHM/I7RGAOX9/FG3IOHMI7RGAOX9.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FG3/IOHM/I7RGAOX9/FG3IOHMI7RGAOX9.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FG3/IOHM/I7RGAOX9/FG3IOHMI7RGAOX9.SMALL.jpgThe Rustic Barn OwlTime: 20 minutes each BannerMy daughters wanted to join girl scouts but, with very limited options where we live, I decided to do something similar. So, four years ago we started collecting badges and pins when we went to new places. I also set up activities for my daughters to earn badges when lear...By: The Rustic Barn Owl

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 27 Mar 2015 15:33:23 PDTPsychedelic Milkhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Psychedelic-Milk/
Psychedelic Milk - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FUI/CZK6/I7N64PX1/FUICZK6I7N64PX1.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FUI/CZK6/I7N64PX1/FUICZK6I7N64PX1.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FUI/CZK6/I7N64PX1/FUICZK6I7N64PX1.SMALL.jpgPaige Russell Now I know what you're thinking, and no, it's not that kind of milk. This psychedelic milk is a fun and simple science experiment that is easy to do and whose visual results may just be even more mesmerizing than a campfire.(Although come to think of it, doing this experiment would probably pair we...By: Paige Russell

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 25 Mar 2015 12:22:19 PDTHow to Make Ph Indicatorhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Ph-Indicator/
How to Make Ph Indicator - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 20 Mar 2015 09:46:10 PDTPersonalized Globe Arthttp://www.instructables.com/id/Personalized-Globe-Art/
Personalized Globe Art - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FDN/Q5VL/I7ELAMDE/FDNQ5VLI7ELAMDE.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDN/Q5VL/I7ELAMDE/FDNQ5VLI7ELAMDE.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDN/Q5VL/I7ELAMDE/FDNQ5VLI7ELAMDE.SMALL.jpgbagnitschUpcycle an old world globe into a one-of-a-kind keepsake.This is a gift for my nephew. His mother is Japanese and his father is from Missouri. I wanted to make this a unique project that represented the parents' cultures and geography but combined them into one piece. Supplies For this step you m...By: bagnitsch

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 17 Mar 2015 20:03:29 PDTHow To Have A Child on Pi Dayhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Have-A-Child-on-Pi-Day/
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 16 Mar 2015 22:23:27 PDTSchoolhouse chalkboard art deskhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Schoolhouse-chalkboard-art-desk/
Schoolhouse chalkboard art desk - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FBN/0VF9/I77G6N5D/FBN0VF9I77G6N5D.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBN/0VF9/I77G6N5D/FBN0VF9I77G6N5D.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBN/0VF9/I77G6N5D/FBN0VF9I77G6N5D.SMALL.jpggmoody3I made this desk after realizing my kids had way too many art supplies and no where to put them. go to the headboard and footboard from an old captain bed no dining room table chairs we did not use any more. Supplies / tools 1. Headboard with shelves2. foot board for the desktop.3. 2 x dining ch...By: gmoody3

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 13 Mar 2015 13:20:43 PDTThomas The Tank Engine Costumehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Thomas-The-Tank-Engine-Costume/
Thomas The Tank Engine Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 6 Mar 2015 21:55:56 PSThow to make a forthttp://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-make-a-fort/
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 4 Mar 2015 22:49:37 PSTDIY boot dryerhttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-boot-dryer/
DIY boot dryer - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 25 Feb 2015 18:26:55 PSTLight Up Headbandhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Up-Headband/
Light Up Headband - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FMT/LFG2/I5WCTQ0R/FMTLFG2I5WCTQ0R.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FMT/LFG2/I5WCTQ0R/FMTLFG2I5WCTQ0R.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FMT/LFG2/I5WCTQ0R/FMTLFG2I5WCTQ0R.SMALL.jpgJoshuaZimmermanThis guide will show you step-by-step instructions with pictures on how to make your own LED headband. These instructions are designed to help you understand how circuits work and how to sew.This project is designed for beginner students. It requires basic knowledge about circuits and sewing.Difficu...By: JoshuaZimmerman

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 9 Feb 2015 13:38:27 PSTBunny Ear Cap and Panthttp://www.instructables.com/id/Bunny-Ear-Cap-and-Pant/
Bunny Ear Cap and Pant - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FK6/D5JQ/I3R6ZGNH/FK6D5JQI3R6ZGNH.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FK6/D5JQ/I3R6ZGNH/FK6D5JQI3R6ZGNH.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FK6/D5JQ/I3R6ZGNH/FK6D5JQI3R6ZGNH.SMALL.jpgshazniMy sister gave birth recently and I adore my latest little nephew. He's such a cute little bunting that I love to crush and cuddle him. He reminds me so much of a little bunny that I thought to make him a cute bunny cap like they have in baby photo props. It's so warm he could wear it out when it's ...By: shazni

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:52:31 PSTTurn a Child's Drawing Into an Embroidered Plushiehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-Childs-Drawing-Into-an-Embroidered-Plushy/
Turn a Child's Drawing Into an Embroidered Plushie - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 11 Dec 2014 22:56:36 PSTFloral Charm Bracelet for Kidshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Floral-Charm-Bracelet-for-Kids/
Floral Charm Bracelet for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 7 Dec 2014 18:54:41 PSTThe Wall Rulerhttp://www.instructables.com/id/The-Wall-Ruler/
The Wall Ruler - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 22 Oct 2014 04:01:03 PDTSupermom's Guide for How to Navigate the Cloth Diaper Worldhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Supermoms-Guide-for-How-to-Navigate-the-Cloth-Diap/
Supermom's Guide for How to Navigate the Cloth Diaper World - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F88/6RKC/I1ETVGER/F886RKCI1ETVGER.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F88/6RKC/I1ETVGER/F886RKCI1ETVGER.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F88/6RKC/I1ETVGER/F886RKCI1ETVGER.SMALL.jpgCarebearmomYou are intrigued by the idea. Perhaps you want to save money. Perhaps you want to save the planet. Perhaps you just think they are so darn cute, but YOU are so darn overwhelmed about where to start!All cloth diapering moms have been there, so I hope this tutorial helps! This Instructable is not...By: Carebearmom

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 18 Oct 2014 10:35:29 PDTNon-Soldering Solar Bughttp://www.instructables.com/id/Non-Soldering-Solar-Bug/
Non-Soldering Solar Bug - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FIK/7XZ0/I1C3VTVM/FIK7XZ0I1C3VTVM.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIK/7XZ0/I1C3VTVM/FIK7XZ0I1C3VTVM.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIK/7XZ0/I1C3VTVM/FIK7XZ0I1C3VTVM.SMALL.jpgJoshuaZimmermanOur first project was the simple and fun Solar Cockroach. For the longest time we've been trying to find a fun way of making a version of that project for even younger students; and this is what we came up with!We found that younger students need a good tactile approach when it comes to solar energ...By: JoshuaZimmerman

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 16 Oct 2014 13:46:40 PDTSimple Lightsaberhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Lightsaber/
Simple Lightsaber - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F8S/TU1R/I1942W24/F8STU1RI1942W24.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F8S/TU1R/I1942W24/F8STU1RI1942W24.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F8S/TU1R/I1942W24/F8STU1RI1942W24.SMALL.jpgtinymakerMy five year old wanted to be Darth Vader for Halloween and we came up with this simple lightsaber design that was easy enough for him to assemble with only limited help from his dad. Here's a three minute video explaining the build. Materials a rigid PVC or polycarbonate tube with a one inch di...By: tinymaker

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 14 Oct 2014 13:41:06 PDTOrigami Crib Mobilehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Origami-Crib-Mobile/
Origami Crib Mobile - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FWP/Y143/I0FFDUJ3/FWPY143I0FFDUJ3.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWP/Y143/I0FFDUJ3/FWPY143I0FFDUJ3.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWP/Y143/I0FFDUJ3/FWPY143I0FFDUJ3.SMALL.jpghixairThis is a mobile i made to hang in our baby's room. I liked the idea of an origami mobile, but i wanted something really pure and simple. I put some inspiration on Pinterest (http://www.pinterest.com/hixair/hanging-mobiles/)I bought several things and the overall budget was 15€ (you could probably l...By: hixair

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 23 Sep 2014 15:24:13 PDTBlown Paint Monstershttp://www.instructables.com/id/Blown-Paint-Monsters/
Blown Paint Monsters - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FDM/PNKO/I008ZZRJ/FDMPNKOI008ZZRJ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDM/PNKO/I008ZZRJ/FDMPNKOI008ZZRJ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDM/PNKO/I008ZZRJ/FDMPNKOI008ZZRJ.SMALL.jpgecsaul23Another great little activity to do with your kiddos. It's a really simple, really fun and imaginative craft idea.All you need is:paper: thicker paper is best, like card stock or water color paperwatercolor paints and brushcup or waterstrawsharpie or other marker Pile on the Paint First thing we ...By: ecsaul23

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 12 Sep 2014 20:22:39 PDTHOW TO PLAN A FUN TREASURE HUNThttp://www.instructables.com/id/HOW-TO-PLAN-A-FUN-TREASURE-HUNT/
HOW TO PLAN A FUN TREASURE HUNT - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 7 Sep 2014 16:18:38 PDTKids Light Matrixhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Light-Matrix/
Kids Light Matrix - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FWL/B532/HZPDWJ1Q/FWLB532HZPDWJ1Q.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWL/B532/HZPDWJ1Q/FWLB532HZPDWJ1Q.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWL/B532/HZPDWJ1Q/FWLB532HZPDWJ1Q.SMALL.jpgRyan MacKenzieThis is a weekend project for the family. Primarily aimed for kids around the age of two who love to switch on and off lights. What you will need Tools:Wire cutters Wire strippersSoldering iron Hot glue Screw drivers16mm holesawrulerConsumables:All consumables except for box were purchased from...By: Ryan MacKenzie

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 5 Sep 2014 07:02:00 PDTCreate a Maker Space for Kidshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Create-a-Maker-Space-for-Kids/
Create a Maker Space for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FLD/EFKT/HZL3L64I/FLDEFKTHZL3L64I.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FLD/EFKT/HZL3L64I/FLDEFKTHZL3L64I.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FLD/EFKT/HZL3L64I/FLDEFKTHZL3L64I.SMALL.jpgWYE_LanceDo you remember being a kid and having an amazing idea to build something awesome? You see movies like Home Alone in which the protagonist is clever and capable enough to create sophisticated contraptions that work just as planned, and you know you can do the same. You are so full of enthusiasm and ...By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 2 Sep 2014 06:30:25 PDTDIY Construction Paper Solar Printshttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Construction-Paper-Solar-Prints/
DIY Construction Paper Solar Prints - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FPJ/LQF8/HYZX3HYT/FPJLQF8HYZX3HYT.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FPJ/LQF8/HYZX3HYT/FPJLQF8HYZX3HYT.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FPJ/LQF8/HYZX3HYT/FPJLQF8HYZX3HYT.SMALL.jpgDeandrasCraftsOn a camping trip with our new Cub Scout troop and their families, one of the projects that was done while we were there was to meet Elective 12a, making solar prints as part of the Nature Crafts Elective that we were trying to fulfill while on this camping trip.The Cub Scouts all picked out their r...By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 18 Aug 2014 08:51:25 PDTMobility Scooter Kids Jeephttp://www.instructables.com/id/Mobility-Scooter-Kids-Jeep/
Mobility Scooter Kids Jeep - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F76/IEFP/HYVDMU63/F76IEFPHYVDMU63.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F76/IEFP/HYVDMU63/F76IEFPHYVDMU63.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F76/IEFP/HYVDMU63/F76IEFPHYVDMU63.SMALL.jpgevilosisHello.This is my first Instructable. I like to build things but never document my projects. I thought I would start with this one.I purchased a Pride Victory XL8 from ebay for £40. It was listed as "spares or repair" as the electric brake had corroded and the motor wasn't running. It was only 5 mile...By: evilosis

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 15 Aug 2014 06:02:22 PDTDeath Star Painted Ball Toss Gamehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Death-Star-Painted-Ball-Toss-Game/
Death Star Painted Ball Toss Game - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F2M/L33F/HXUOY8LR/F2ML33FHXUOY8LR.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F2M/L33F/HXUOY8LR/F2ML33FHXUOY8LR.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F2M/L33F/HXUOY8LR/F2ML33FHXUOY8LR.SMALL.jpgDeandrasCraftsFor my youngest son's third birthday, I painted a simple version of the Star Wars Death Star on a cardboard box as part of a ball toss game. It was a Star Wars themed party and I added additional dollar store baskets for the younger individuals of the group to try to get the ball into rather than t...By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 20 Jul 2014 14:51:51 PDTTYE-DYE made with sharpieshttp://www.instructables.com/id/TYE-DYE-made-with-sharpies/
TYE-DYE made with sharpies - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FPO/P2EV/FCEILO4Q/FPOP2EVFCEILO4Q.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FPO/P2EV/FCEILO4Q/FPOP2EVFCEILO4Q.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FPO/P2EV/FCEILO4Q/FPOP2EVFCEILO4Q.SMALL.jpgpkadamsTye-dye is often messy, but neat to look at. Why should you have to deal with the mess when you can do with a few cool sharpies, some rubbing alcohol, and of course something to tie-dye. It takes about 15 minutes to make, and another 15 or so to dry. Get your materials For this craft you will n...By: pkadams

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 10 Feb 2008 13:39:27 PSTThe Toddler Swim Suithttp://www.instructables.com/id/The-Toddler-Swim-Suit/
The Toddler Swim Suit - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FYH/4QKW/HXCANYBH/FYH4QKWHXCANYBH.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FYH/4QKW/HXCANYBH/FYH4QKWHXCANYBH.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FYH/4QKW/HXCANYBH/FYH4QKWHXCANYBH.SMALL.jpgcarrielynnehI love this swim suit for a few reasons: it's easy to sew, inexpensive, and practical. Last year my toddler had a one piece, and it was all fun and games until I had to pry it off her to change her diaper. A two piece is just more sensible to wear for their diaper loving bums. And because this swim ...By: carrielynneh

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 7 Jul 2014 15:47:32 PDTNo- Sew Kid's Teepeehttp://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-Kids-Teepee/
No- Sew Kid's Teepee - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FQA/1H2G/HX69V35D/FQA1H2GHX69V35D.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FQA/1H2G/HX69V35D/FQA1H2GHX69V35D.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FQA/1H2G/HX69V35D/FQA1H2GHX69V35D.SMALL.jpgamalkhanWhat can be better than surprising your tot with a homemade teepee? In this instructable, I'll show you how I made a whimsical teepee using some fabric, 4 dowels, and creativity. Did I mention there is zero sewing involved? Let's get started! Materials For this project I used:2.5 yards of white a...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 3 Jul 2014 18:49:00 PDTWire Crownhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-Crown/
Wire Crown - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FMS/KNBH/HX41R9CP/FMSKNBHHX41R9CP.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FMS/KNBH/HX41R9CP/FMSKNBHHX41R9CP.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FMS/KNBH/HX41R9CP/FMSKNBHHX41R9CP.SMALL.jpgamalkhanThere are many reasons one should wear a crown, including but not limited to the special birthday girl/boy or just an afternoon of playing dress up. Crowns have come a long way from taped up construction paper to these adorable wire crowns! In this tutorial I'll show you how to make wonderfully rega...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 1 Jul 2014 19:53:44 PDTVintage Mail Box for Kidshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-Mail-Box-for-Kids/
Vintage Mail Box for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FBR/KNE4/HWZ9V392/FBRKNE4HWZ9V392.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBR/KNE4/HWZ9V392/FBRKNE4HWZ9V392.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBR/KNE4/HWZ9V392/FBRKNE4HWZ9V392.SMALL.jpgamalkhanIt's that time of the year when being outside is absolutely magical for kids. I decided to up that ante with a mailbox just for them! Now they can receive "letters" and post their own mail! A little Imagination is all you need!See how I transform a boring old mailbox into a colorful, vintage mailbox...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 29 Jun 2014 16:21:35 PDTDIY Sidewalk Chalkhttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Sidewalk-Chalk/
DIY Sidewalk Chalk - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FY1/5196/HWDFE2AT/FY15196HWDFE2AT.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FY1/5196/HWDFE2AT/FY15196HWDFE2AT.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FY1/5196/HWDFE2AT/FY15196HWDFE2AT.SMALL.jpgcreativity123Are you tired of buying sidewalk chalk to draw on the sidewalk every summer? Well, you found the right instructable! This DIY Sidewalk Chalk is perfect for drawing on the sidewalk and it is washable! Drawing on the sidewalk can be very fun, so let's start making our own DIY Sidewalk Chalk! :) Gath...By: creativity123

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 13 Jun 2014 13:48:20 PDTBackyard Forthttp://www.instructables.com/id/Backyard-Fort/
Backyard Fort - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FXP/X070/HWDFDIOG/FXPX070HWDFDIOG.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FXP/X070/HWDFDIOG/FXPX070HWDFDIOG.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FXP/X070/HWDFDIOG/FXPX070HWDFDIOG.SMALL.jpgseamsterThis is a relatively simple, elevated backyard fort I built for my kids. I have a very small yard with no trees whatsoever. But you don't need a tree, or even very much room to build a great backyard fort! It was loosely inspired by Calvin's tree fort in the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes. The design...By: seamster

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 13 Jun 2014 08:52:02 PDTTreasure Hunt for Kindergarten Kidshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Treasure-Hunt-for-Kindergarten-Kids/
Treasure Hunt for Kindergarten Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FX2/FO5I/HVTWFIHG/FX2FO5IHVTWFIHG.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FX2/FO5I/HVTWFIHG/FX2FO5IHVTWFIHG.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FX2/FO5I/HVTWFIHG/FX2FO5IHVTWFIHG.SMALL.jpgvelacreationsFor our eldest son’s 6th birthday, we decided to throw him a party, with the theme of hunting treasure. The kids were aged from 3 to 6, so everything had to be geared towards that age group. There were 10 kids and 11 clues (which were also puzzles or activities), with treasure at each clue.We tried ...By: velacreations

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 30 May 2014 15:36:45 PDTCardboard barrel biplane. The Flyin' Lionhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-barrel-biplane-The-Flyin-Lion/
Cardboard barrel biplane. The Flyin' Lion - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FUI/V711/HW8T2EWX/FUIV711HW8T2EWX.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FUI/V711/HW8T2EWX/FUIV711HW8T2EWX.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FUI/V711/HW8T2EWX/FUIV711HW8T2EWX.SMALL.jpgtrip janzenThis Instructable will show how I built a two seat biplane using cardboard barrels, an old garden cart and a ceiling fan. This plane was designed to tow behind a small garden tractor. As always when working with any tools always wear safety glasses and wear appropriate safety gear for what you are d...By: trip janzen

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 10 Jun 2014 13:16:56 PDTPallet pirate shiphttp://www.instructables.com/id/Pallet-pirate-ship/
Pallet pirate ship - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F3O/TK0V/HVXPSOMN/F3OTK0VHVXPSOMN.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3O/TK0V/HVXPSOMN/F3OTK0VHVXPSOMN.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3O/TK0V/HVXPSOMN/F3OTK0VHVXPSOMN.SMALL.jpgtrip janzenThis Instructable will show how I built a small pirate ship out of old pallets and left over material. As always use proper safety precautions and always wear eye protection whenever working with tools. There are no plans or measurements as I built this out of whatever I had laying around. The only ...By: trip janzen

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 2 Jun 2014 11:42:54 PDTRainbow Bubble Cloud Makershttp://www.instructables.com/id/Rainbow-Bubble-Cloud-Makers/
Rainbow Bubble Cloud Makers - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FR4/UL46/HVVKFVIU/FR4UL46HVVKFVIU.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FR4/UL46/HVVKFVIU/FR4UL46HVVKFVIU.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FR4/UL46/HVVKFVIU/FR4UL46HVVKFVIU.SMALL.jpgDeandrasCraftsMy children and I spent a wonderful Memorial Day playing together, not something I get to do with them daily because of my choice of career.One of the things we did that day was go outside an make these recycled plastic bottle and duct-taped sock bubble makers.I had the hardest time coming up with a...By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 30 May 2014 09:56:04 PDTKids play table made out of an old coffee table.http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-play-table-made-out-of-an-old-coffee-table/
Kids play table made out of an old coffee table. - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FBW/KKMH/HVT145XF/FBWKKMHHVT145XF.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBW/KKMH/HVT145XF/FBWKKMHHVT145XF.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBW/KKMH/HVT145XF/FBWKKMHHVT145XF.SMALL.jpgtrip janzenI had an old glass topped coffee table that was missing the glass and rather than throw away a sturdy table on wheels I gave it a new top and created a place for my daughter to play. Old coffee table This Instructable shows you how I built a play table if you would like to build something similar...By: trip janzen

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 30 May 2014 01:02:08 PDTMaking Felt fast Balls with Kidshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Felting-with-kids/
Making Felt fast Balls with Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F3F/2L61/HVNFJAVL/F3F2L61HVNFJAVL.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3F/2L61/HVNFJAVL/F3F2L61HVNFJAVL.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3F/2L61/HVNFJAVL/F3F2L61HVNFJAVL.SMALL.jpgZig ZagThis workshop comes from "WEAVE! Weaving Europe: Artefacts, values & Exchanges" a European project, with the support of the Culture Programme (2007-2013) of the European Union. Textile, fibre and felt: it's a Smart Child's play: http://zigzagproject.eu For children from 3 to 5 years old and their ...By: Zig Zag

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 26 May 2014 03:32:53 PDTSilky, Stretchy, Conditioner & Cornstarch Play Doughhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Silky-Stretchy-Two-Ingredient-Play-Dough/
Silky, Stretchy, Conditioner & Cornstarch Play Dough - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FW3/HJ21/HVVKFVLA/FW3HJ21HVVKFVLA.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FW3/HJ21/HVVKFVLA/FW3HJ21HVVKFVLA.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FW3/HJ21/HVVKFVLA/FW3HJ21HVVKFVLA.SMALL.jpgDeandrasCraftsMy children and I recently tried out another two-ingredient play dough recipe that I want to share with you. An inexpensive project (in the states,) it was played with for a good thirty minutes and began drying out after about an hour.A few notes:(1) The most important piece of advice I can give is...By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 24 May 2014 22:10:55 PDTCelebrating Instructables Clubhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Celebrating-Instructables-Club/
Celebrating Instructables Club - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FJI/9M4B/HVFLALO4/FJI9M4BHVFLALO4.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FJI/9M4B/HVFLALO4/FJI9M4BHVFLALO4.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FJI/9M4B/HVFLALO4/FJI9M4BHVFLALO4.SMALL.jpgecsaul23We have had a great school year in our Instructables Club! We started off small with only about 10 members, but interest has grown through the shear awesomeness of our projects, so now we have over 50 members. We went from all members attending meetings 2 days a week, to all members attending meetin...By: ecsaul23

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 21 May 2014 06:25:01 PDTLamp Bookendshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Lamp-Bookends/
Lamp Bookends - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FRC/SYBB/HV8Y974T/FRCSYBBHV8Y974T.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FRC/SYBB/HV8Y974T/FRCSYBBHV8Y974T.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FRC/SYBB/HV8Y974T/FRCSYBBHV8Y974T.SMALL.jpganayaphotoThese are lamp bookends I made for my baby's room. The were made with a lasercutter, 3d printer, and a disc sander. I will show you the process and hopefully you can learn from some of my mistakes. The Design Process I made the outlines for the cuts in illustrator. A tip here would be to set the...By: anayaphoto

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 16 May 2014 01:02:33 PDTRC Power Wheels For A Disabled Childhttp://www.instructables.com/id/RC-Power-Wheels-For-A-Disabled-Child/
RC Power Wheels For A Disabled Child - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FAC/FMCX/HU1RWU5M/FACFMCXHU1RWU5M.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAC/FMCX/HU1RWU5M/FACFMCXHU1RWU5M.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAC/FMCX/HU1RWU5M/FACFMCXHU1RWU5M.SMALL.jpgHaunted Spider Meet Oliver and his power wheels jeep. Oliver is the grandson of a good friend of mine. Oliver has Cerebral Palsy, but don't let him fool you, he loves to ride around in a power wheels vehicle just like every other kid. Oliver has an issue with some spastic movements which keep him from driving th...By: Haunted Spider

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 12 May 2014 03:31:21 PDTMaker Family Projectshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Maker-Family-Projects/
http://cdn.instructables.com/FW4/XX3K/HUYLUZBL/FW4XX3KHUYLUZBL.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FW4/XX3K/HUYLUZBL/FW4XX3KHUYLUZBL.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FW4/XX3K/HUYLUZBL/FW4XX3KHUYLUZBL.SMALL.jpgjessyratfinkHere at Instructables we love getting the whole family involved in making! Our authors have created tutorials for playdough, outdoor water playgrounds, forts, wooden swords, friendship bracelets and more - have a look below and take notes for summer break. :DIn the spirit of making things with your ...By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 9 May 2014 14:43:24 PDTDIY Diaper Rash Creamhttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Diaper-Rash-Cream/
DIY Diaper Rash Cream - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FLX/ZUHV/HU8O95U3/FLXZUHVHU8O95U3.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FLX/ZUHV/HU8O95U3/FLXZUHVHU8O95U3.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FLX/ZUHV/HU8O95U3/FLXZUHVHU8O95U3.SMALL.jpgamalkhanThose poor baby bottoms suffer quite a bit! Think about it: all that booty movement, chaffing, not to mention wearing relentless un-breathing diapers that make air circulation on sensitive parts a joke! Enter in the life-changing diaper rash creme! This stuff is miraculous in that it can gently soot...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 17 Apr 2014 16:56:04 PDTDIY Dinosaur Eggshttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Dinosaur-Eggs/
DIY Dinosaur Eggs - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FQO/2QG0/HTM4MJJ9/FQO2QG0HTM4MJJ9.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FQO/2QG0/HTM4MJJ9/FQO2QG0HTM4MJJ9.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FQO/2QG0/HTM4MJJ9/FQO2QG0HTM4MJJ9.SMALL.jpgDeandrasCraftsMy oldest son was learning about dinosaurs in his class and it gave me motivation to do these Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Dinosaur Eggs (or rocks if you don't want to shape them into eggs.) We had all the ingredients, but I would suspect that some people may not have sand readily available to them. It on...By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 5 Apr 2014 15:30:12 PDTOutdoor Kids Activity: Spray Bottle Paintinghttp://www.instructables.com/id/Outdoor-Kids-Activity-Spray-Bottle-Painting/
http://cdn.instructables.com/FY9/Z1TN/HTG5GRC1/FY9Z1TNHTG5GRC1.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FY9/Z1TN/HTG5GRC1/FY9Z1TNHTG5GRC1.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FY9/Z1TN/HTG5GRC1/FY9Z1TNHTG5GRC1.SMALL.jpgGlutenFreeMamaThis is a REALLY fun outdoor activity for kids of all ages!! It is inexpensive, not too messy, and perfect for those times when someone says "I'm bored!" It never gets old either....we have done this over and over again, and its still just as fun! What you'll need: Washable tempera paint (I ...By: GlutenFreeMama

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 31 Mar 2014 17:02:11 PDTNo Cook Play Doughhttp://www.instructables.com/id/No-Cook-Play-Dough/
No Cook Play Dough - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FT4/KTTL/HTAMK4TT/FT4KTTLHTAMK4TT.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FT4/KTTL/HTAMK4TT/FT4KTTLHTAMK4TT.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FT4/KTTL/HTAMK4TT/FT4KTTLHTAMK4TT.SMALL.jpgamalkhan Play dough is the stuff childhood is made out of. Even better if the child could make the play dough! With this no cook recipe, you could have a pint-sized assistant make this half-pint of wonderful dough! Some interesting facts about this play dough recipe: because of the amount of salt used, i...By: amalkhan

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 27 Mar 2014 21:48:13 PDTPicture frame blackboardshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Picture-frame-blackboards/
Picture frame blackboards - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FBO/AI82/HSVGZW2B/FBOAI82HSVGZW2B.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBO/AI82/HSVGZW2B/FBOAI82HSVGZW2B.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FBO/AI82/HSVGZW2B/FBOAI82HSVGZW2B.SMALL.jpgbelpeor I had some spare frames that had come down when we changed things around in our store, they'd been sitting around for ages just collecting dust so I decided to put them to good use. Remove the backing board Most frames will come with a backing board, hopefully think enough to withstand the pre...By: belpeor